Area Manager - Crop Protection

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001713/JP

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Location:

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A global leader in the agricultural distribution chain is seeking an Area Sales Manager to develop, promote and support company solutions within the specific territory by providing technical, marketing and sales support to the distribution partners.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a B. Sc. Agric or related degree
An Agronomist with a strong technical and commercial background is highly preferred
In-depth knowledge of the relevant crop, pests, competitor products and control strategies will be required
Must have a good understanding of MS Office with strong communication skills in English (Verbal and Written)
A good understanding of technical, sales, and market aspects is advantageous
Must have a thorough understanding of technical characteristics of relevant crop protection products and nutrients
Project management methodology and use of remote working tools are important

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Providing technical and commercial support to distribution partners with a strong focus on their sales and technical staff.
Developing and promoting the unique selling points of products to provide differential and profitable opportunities for the partners.
Initiating campaign plans and co-ordinating the demand and forecast for products.
Implementing and monitoring demonstration trials with the distribution channel to show and promote company products.
Providing feedback on market information to enable the company to adapt product positioning when required.
Preparing and providing technical market support for products to maximize sales.
Building close value adding relationships with distribution partners and industry influencers.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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